’67 Fuel Tank Replacement

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This is another one of those topics I receive a fair amount of emails about. Anytime fuel is involved there is an understandable reason to be nervous. However, rest assured you can in fact replace the fuel tank in your vintage pride and joy. It all starts with a 13mm wrench and a bit of confidence. YOU CAN DO IT! Deep breaths, and take each part step-by-step. I also recommend picking up a set of plastic stack-on organizer bins. These help keep track of the small bits.

A word of caution. Rob and Dave said it best:

“WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable, so take extra precautions when you work on any part of the fuel system. Don’t smoke or allow open flames or bare light bulbs near the work area, and don’t work in a garage where a natural gas-type appliance (such as a water heater or clothes dryer) with a pilot light is present. If you spill any fuel on your skin, rinse it off immediately with soap and water. When you perform any kind of work on the fuel tank, wear safety glasses and have a Class B type fire extinguisher handy at all times.”

Note: This task is easiest when your fuel tank is very close to empty.

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’67 Restoration Updates

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Earlier this morning, I was going through an archive of my ’67 photos. Who knew 7+ years ago I’d become so interested in my grandfather’s old ’67. I’m just now able to say that things are close to being complete; well, at least in terms of the engine. Notice the grin on my face below in this archived photo. I had just picked up the car and had no idea of the work that was before me.

At first, I had no intentions of doing a full restoration. It all came out of necessity to keep the car on the road. The more I learned, the more passionate I became about Vintage VWs. Working as a visual designer for the last 10 years has made me enjoy the craft at an even deeper level. I’ve always seen the ’67 as a work of art. Although in rough shape at first, I knew I could make it beautiful again. I’ve done it mostly with my own two hands.

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’67 Torsion Bar Reindexing

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Ever go on a Sunday drive and spot another early Volkswagen cruising along side your vintage pride and joy? You’re so excited to exchange that brotherhood like nod with the driver when you suddenly notice the rear of their vehicle has a horrible sag.

Not to worry! This is a very common issue. It happens to the best of us. Luckily, it can be fixed by adjusting the rear torsion bars. Here’s a fantastic article that covers that topic in great detail. Everything down to your favorite college subject; torsion bar position math!

“Note: Re-indexing a torsion bar is more difficult and dangerous than the average DIY mechanic may be aware of. The spring plate is under tension and has enough force to break bones, amputate body parts of kill you if you put your head under the plate.  This job should not be attempted by those not thoroughly familiar with all the safety precautions involved with this task.”